How does one set up folders / shortcuts under Start


  1. bhs67
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    How does one set up folders / shortcuts under Start


    Folders with shortcuts can be placed in C:\Documents and Settings\xxxx\Start Menu (WinXP) to provide quick access to programs ... see attachment. How does one set up the same in Windows 7?
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  3. Bongo
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    Have a look at these tutorials and see if it helps.

    Start Menu - Pin or Unpin a Program to

    Start Menu - Pin or Unpin a Folder, Drive, and Library

    There is a program called Classic Shell that can made the start menu look like XP http://www.classicshell.net/

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  4. bhs67
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    Classic Shell fixes most of the problems ... Thanks!!!
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  6. Bongo
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    You're Welcome
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